A two-vehicle collision Sunday involving a Waymo self-driving car near downtown Los Angeles left multiple people injured, according to first responders.The crash occurred at 5:45 a.m.near the intersection of Venice Boulevard and Toberman Street in the Pico-Union neighborhood.

While the Los Angeles Police Department could not confirm the exact number of victims, the Los Angeles Fire Department reported that at least two individuals were hospitalized and others received treatment at the scene.Initial reports indicated an auto-pedestrian collision, but investigators are still determining the cause.

A Waymo spokesperson stated their vehicle was traveling eastbound at 27 mph when a blue sedan hit a pedestrian outside a crosswalk and swerved into oncoming traffic, striking the self-driving car.The company emphasized its commitment to safety and coordination with first responders.This incident adds to ongoing discussions about autonomous vehicle safety and liability in urban areas.